1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion iQ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion iQ weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion iQ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Scion iQ (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Scion iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | 600 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
